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Syllabus Statement
Instructors are welcome to copy and paste the text below into course syllabi, or adapt it to their needs:
Students at the University of Illinois have access to free, personalized presentation and public speaking support through the Speaking Center. The Speaking Center offers individual consultations for any student at any stage in the preparation process, including brainstorming ideas or topics, developing outlines and content, designing visual aids, practicing delivery, and more. Additionally, students can attend workshops focused on general speaking and presenting skills. For more information and to schedule an appointment or view the Center’s workshop calendar, visit go.illinois.edu/speakingcenter.
Class Visits and Group Workshops
The Speaking Center is happy to visit classes to introduce our resources to students. Our “Introduction to the Speaking Center” presentation lasts approximately ten minutes and provides an overview of services we provide. We are also happy to work with campus organizations and groups to provide workshops tailored to their needs. These are organized on a first come, first served basis and are subject to the Center’s availability. To request a class visit or group workshop, please contact us at speakingcenter@library.illinois.edu. (Please note that we require one month’s advance notice for tailored group workshops and two week’s advance notice for class visits.)
Other Campus Resources
Career Center
The Career Center provides Illinois students support for their professional development, including career coaching, resumes, cover letters, mock interviews, and more.
Disability Resources and Educational Services (DRES)
DRES coordinates services for students with disabilities and provides services including adapted testing, accessible transportation, assistive technologies, and more.
Research Consultations
The Main Library’s research consultation service provides students with additional support for researching and navigating the University’s library system.
Student Assistance Center
The Student Assistance Center provides support for students dealing with issues that may be affecting their academic performance, including those related to health, course attendance, and more. They also direct students to other campus resources for more specialized support.
Writers Workshop
The Writers Workshop provides free writing assistance for students, faculty, and staff from all disciplines and at all stages of the writing process. The Workshop offers online appointments, in-person appointments, and evening drop-in hours.